Description
Pocket Modal Limited Release
Phase Two of Cerakote Modals continues with the FDE (Flat Dark Earth E-200) color. We were initially skeptical that Cerakote could be a viable color treatment because of the engineering used for the clip area. We worried the Cerakote would chip when installing the clips or the thickness of the Cerakote would make the clip locating slot too tight. But our fears were unwarranted and after a month-long carry test with few problems, we decided to move forward on an initial batch of Cerakote Pocket Modal pens.
The FDE Pocket Modal Limited Release features professionally applied E-200 (Flat Dark Earth) Cerakote. Our standard ringed EDK lower profile was selected for this release because it fits the EDC color palate of FDE Cerakote. The Cerakote has been applied in a uniform fashion leaving a finish that looks great but feels even better in the hand. The surface is a satin finish that has a low reflection rate and provides a better tactile feel when writing. We’ve used matte black hardware with a Black Delrin slider for this release to keep the look “tacti-cool”. This release is very limited though we may release another batch of these in the future. Select from a variety of ballpoint refills.
While considering how best to allow for the standard Parker style ballpoint refill to be used with the Modal functionality, we debated on whether to simply offer an adapter kit or to go further and have a separate pen. In the long run, we decided to do both because we realized the separate pen could be a smaller pocket pen that was still balanced well and super functional. We used the EDK lower barrels which allows for the use of the traditional Parker style ballpoint refills and the Schmidt P8126/7 refills which are popular liquid ink refill option. This pen is nearly 0.5 inches shorter than the standard Modal, but still fits comfortably in the hand. It’s even easier to carry in a pocket with the pocket carry clip. And it will feature a similar material and color scheme as our EDK pens use, primarily tumbled finishes and matte anodize.
Specifications
Length – 116mm / 4.6″
Body Width – 11.11 mm / 0.437”
Width w/Clip – 14.73mm / 0.577″
Weight (Aluminum) – 22.3g / 0.78 oz
Limited Availability
“Many G codes and M codes cause the machine to change from one mode to another, and the mode stays active until some other command changes it implicitly or explicitly. Such commands are called “modal”.” – Dynomotion.com
The Modal is made from 6061-T aluminum on our CNC lathes and Swiss machining centers, in Mesa, Arizona. Pilot refills are manufactured in Japan.
